What does the red exclamation mark in Audi A3 mean?

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VanElizabeth
07/29/25 9:53am
The red exclamation mark indicates a very serious problem in the corresponding system. When this occurs, do not continue driving. Pull over safely and contact a professional for assistance immediately to prevent unpredictable risks to both the vehicle and personal safety. An exclamation mark on the car dashboard indicates an abnormality or malfunction in the corresponding system. There are many dashboard warning lights with exclamation marks, such as the tire pressure indicator, lighting fault indicator, steering system fault indicator, brake system fault light, transmission fault indicator, and wiper fault indicator. Below is a detailed explanation of the exclamation mark warning lights: General Fault: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside indicates a general performance or component malfunction. Common issues include parking sensor failure, fuel cutoff system intervention or failure, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor failure. Visit a 4S shop for inspection to identify the source of the fault. Automatic Transmission Fault: A yellow gear with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating a transmission malfunction or low transmission fluid level. Replace the transmission fluid promptly. Brake System Fault: An exclamation mark inside a circled parenthesis indicates a brake system warning, such as brake system failure or low brake fluid level. Inspect the brake system immediately to avoid accidents. Tire Pressure Anomaly: An exclamation mark below a horizontal line inside a parenthesis is the tire pressure monitoring warning light, which illuminates when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting Fault: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark is the lighting fault indicator, signaling a malfunction in the vehicle's lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection or check commonly used bulbs like turn signals, fog lights, or interior lights to identify the issue. Additionally, during daily vehicle use, dashboard warning lights are categorized into yellow and red for different severity levels: Yellow indicates a fault in the corresponding system that is not critical. Reduce speed and proceed to a repair shop to address the issue and eliminate potential hazards. Note: When starting the car, all warning lights will illuminate briefly for a system self-check and then turn off. If a light does not turn on during ignition, remains lit, or lights up while driving, it indicates a fault in the related system. Seek professional assistance promptly to inspect and resolve the issue for safety.
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